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Special Events Program Planner - Summer Student
The Thames Valley District School Board (in partnership with) The Thames Valley Education Foundation
SPECIAL EVENTS PROGRAM PLANNER - SUMMER STUDENT POSITION(S)
(2 POSITIONS)
The primary role of the Special Events Program Planner will be to assist with a large-scale backpack drive that is organized by the Thames Valley Education Foundation. The Special Events Program Planner will support all organizational aspects of the program including media writing and events, social media promotion, collection and organization of donations and supplies, working with volunteers and community partners, backpack distribution (working with school Principals and communities) and donor stewardship.
The Best First Day backpack program is a collaboration between the Thames Valley Education Foundation, and the United Way Elgin-Middlesex, and provides thousands of backpacks to children and youth all over the district.
Candidates should have an interest in nonprofit and community development, must be detailed oriented, and are skilled communicators with a passion for building community partnerships. Candidates should be proficient in computer applications such as Outlook 365 and MS Office Suite, should have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and must speak and write in English fluently. Experience with special event planning and use of social media platforms would be an asset.
Some evening hours required, and hours would be flexed so no more than 35 hours are worked a week.
This role is in-person and having a driver's license and access to a vehicle is an asset.
Qualifications:
This position is funded by the Canada Summer Jobs Grant. Only youth ages 15-30 years may be eligible applicants.
Dates of Employment: 2025 July 2 – 2025 August 29
Location: 1250 Dundas Street, London
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week
Monday-Friday: 8:30am – 4:30 pm
Rate of Pay: $17.20 per hour + 4% vacation pay
Expiry Date: 2025 May 16
PLEASE NOTE ALL SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE REQUIRED TO PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING:
1 A SOCIAL INSURANCE NUMBER; and
2. IF 18 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER, A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK FOR WORKING WITH VULNERABLE PERSONS.
The Thames Valley District School Board is committed to equity and inclusion in the recruitment of qualified staff who reflect and support the diverse perspectives, experiences and needs of our students and school communities. The Thames Valley District School Board seeks to ensure that all recruiting processes are non-discriminatory and barrier-free and will provide accommodations to applicants in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Please inform the Human Resources team member indicated below of the nature of any accommodation(s) that you require.
Please use the “APPLY FOR THIS POSITION” link below to submit your electronic application. Only applications submitted using this link will be considered.
Joy Lee
Staffing Specialist, Support Staff, Human Resources
We thank all candidates for their interest, however, only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.
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